As climate change is looking to cause major problems around the world in the distant future, a village in Zimbabwe is already feeling the impact. Chibuwe receives the least amount of rainfall in the country, with levels ranging from 300mm to 500mm per year. This is causing droughts in the area and is leading to difficulties farming. At present, some can get by farming bananas but that isn't a long term solution. Bananas are also susceptible to the ever increasing droughts, making for an unreliable crop. All is not without hope, however. There is a multi-million dollar strategy from the government looking to aid affected areas. Climate Change Director in the Ministry of Environment, Water and Climate, Mr Washigton Zhakata has applied to the green climate fund for funding of $80 million. The funds are to go towards a project which is planned to begin in 2018. It boasts the potential to benefit 1.5 million people directly, once in full motion. The plan is to increase the climate resistance for farmers by retrofitting existing irrigation systems and building new ones to create more dependable water access for farmers. They also hope the project will increase the number of small, self-run farms in the area and increase food surplus. By doing this they hope to increase the well being of selected communities. Source - herald.co.zw